West Virginia
West Virginia Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in West Virginia for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 48 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in West Virginia below and join the walking community at these great events!
September 2026
Walkers can join a not timed 2 Miles in person route starting and finishing at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza), following the boulevard and returning to the plaza. The walk runs alongside the event's running races.
The 5K walk covers 3.1 Miles on trail terrain through Mountwood Park near Volcano Road in Waverly WV with parking by the boat ramp. Registration fee is $30 and t shirts are guaranteed for registrations by September 6.
Walkers follow the 5K Fountain Loop at West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon with campus, street and Buckhannon River Walk parking. Packet pick up and a community health fair are on site, and registration is early, late or on the day with..
Walkers can take part in a 5K course that runs through the avenues of Ripley. The start and finish are behind the Ripley Tennis Courts, between Ripley Elementary School and Ripley Pool.
Walkers can choose the 3.1 Miles Run/Walk course that starts and finishes on the track at Martinsburg High School’s Cobourn Field. The route runs down Bulldog Blvd, crosses Queen Street and includes roughly 2.5 miles out and back on the Frog Holl..
Walkers can take part in the 2k walk of 1.2 Miles, starting at 610 William Ave, Davis WV, during the Leaf Peeper's Festival. Entry fee is $12 and there is a virtual 2k option; half the fee supports participating local causes.
Walkers can choose the 5K out and back course starting and finishing at the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, following the scenic rail trail and passing uptown with paved park paths nearby. There are water stations on route and a post race meal, and..
October 2026
Walkers have a 1 mile option alongside the 5K and virtual races, starting at MCPARC Meredith Tunnel trailhead on Marion County Trail in Fairmont. The course follows city streets with an 80 foot climb then an 80 foot decline; parking and registratio..
Walkers can take the 5K course starting at 1000 Vermillion Street in Athens WV alongside the running race. The event is a benefit for Concord University Veteran Services and lists a registration fee of $20.
Walkers can join a 2 Miles walk at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park in Morgantown, WV, in a park setting. The walk is held alongside a 5K Run as a fundraiser supporting migraine research.
Walkers can complete the 15K Harrison County Rail Trail from Horizons Church, Lost Creek to the Freedom Shelter at Veteran's Memorial Park. The course has water and volunteers, a shuttle to the start, and a 3 hour cutoff.
Walkers follow a 5K course starting at Warwood Middle School along Wheeling's Heritage Trail beside the Ohio River, heading south and finishing on Viking Drive. The walk runs alongside the running races.
Walkers join an untimed 2K walk alongside the 5K run, starting and finishing at Trinity Assembly of God, 70 Maranatha Drive in Fairmont. Packet pickup is available the evening before at the same location.
Walkers can use a 5K route at Spring Mills High School and Dupont Soccer Complex in Martinsburg. Walkers and strollers are welcome; parking is at the high school, campus roads close for participant safety, and 5K entries include a T shirt.
The 3.1 Miles 5K Walk starts at the Amphitheater parking lot and follows the main road past the Superintendent's residence, returning to Park Headquarters. Restrooms are available at Park Headquarters and Canyon Rim Center, homemade baked goods and..
November 2026
Walkers can join the 3.25 Miles Run/Walk beginning at Joan C Edwards Stadium in Huntington. The course finishes on the field where participants carry a football to the goal line, with running races held alongside the walk.
Walkers can take part in a 5K walk starting and finishing at Maloney's Pub in downtown Summersville, with a lively start line and a family friendly atmosphere. The event supports local Angel Tree kids and welcomes walkers alongside the running ra..